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Buchanan wins endorsement of the Livermore Independent

Citing development concerns, the Livermore Independent, endorsed Democrat Joan Buchanan for the 15th District Assembly seat to be vacated by termed out Republican, Guy Houston. According to the editorial, “The 15th District assembly member will be a player in the North Livermore issue. Buchanan is fully committed to urban growth boundaries and to the principles of Alameda County Measure D (2000) and the Livermore urban growth boundary initiative (2002). Moreover, she supports the acquisition of recycled water for North Livermore agriculture.” The Independent said, “Abram Wilson is by and large pro-developer on issues like this. As mayor, he has been a force[d] to open up rural lands to urbanization.”

Oakland meltdown as Dellums fiddles

Thanks to Richard for sending me this story by Chip Johnson, about the continuing saga of the downward spiral of Oalkand under the pathetic leadership of Mayor Ron Dellums. Johnson says, “What has become apparent to political insiders, and citizens who’ve followed the folly at City Hall from one catastrophe to the next, is that our mayor - either alone or buttressed by his wife - does not possess the skills to adequately perform his duties.” Read more

Win a new Lexus hybrid at Starry Night, Sept 27

The Pleasanton North Rotary will hold its 20th annual fundraiser, September 27,beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the Casa Real located at Ruby Hill Winery in Pleasanton. The winner of a a raffle for a brand new Lexus hybrid will be announced. Raffle tickets are $100. Read more

Newspaper Guild to hold online chat, Aug, 13

The Northern California Media Workers Guild plan to commemorate the Bay Area News Group East Bay’s (BANG-EB) birthday with a live moderated online Web chat on Wednesday, August 13, from Noon to 1:00 p.m., www.onebigbang.org This is the place to raise your questions to newspaper employees about what you see — and don’t see — in your local paper, and whether quality journalism can be sustained amid the historic downturns of the newspaper industry? The Guild wants to hear from you — please join the conversation:

Kevin Barry Dever, featured artist during Livermore Wine Harvest Celebration, Aug 31-Sept 1

Livermore’s Bodegas Aguirre Winery will feature the work of abstract artist, Kevin Barry Dever, August 31 and September 1, during the 27th Annual Livermore Harvest Wine Celebration where over 40 wineries are participating in providing wine tasting, live music and food. The event includes: Live bands, complimentary wine tasting (at least two wines per location), 40 participating wineries, complimentary shuttle buses, food vendors on each site. Purchase tickets for the festival or for more Info visit: www.livermorewine.com. Contemporary abstract painter, Kevin Barry Dever’s art has been shown in many East Bay locations, such as the four-diamond, Renaissance ClubSport Spa and Resort in Walnut Creek, Calif. Kevin has also been attracting the attention of important art galleries in 2008. His work can be found at Lesa Johnson’s Art Gallery, in Lafayette, (925)377-0332. You can see more of Kevin’s art work online at: www.finethingsart.com

East Bay Stand Down, Aug 7-10, offers services for homeless vets

The East Bay Stand Down will be held Aug. 7 to 10 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. The event focuses on providing a variety of services for homeless veterans and is looking for help including cash donations, labor and other services. For more information, or to register volunteer or donate go to www.eastbaystanddown.org.

Abram Wilson launches AD-15 campaign website

Mayor Abram Wilson (R-San Ramon) unveiled his campaign website - www.wilsonforassembly.com. He will face Democrat Joan Buchanan to replace termed out Assemblyman, Guy Houston. AD-15 represents the only Bay Area legislative seat currently held by a Republican. Read more

AB-624 to require foundations to collect race and gender data

Liz Callahan, Executive Director of The CBO Center, has sent out an all point bulletin to the Non-Profit community to inform them about pending legislation of import. AB 624 would require private, corporate or public operating foundations with assets over $250 million to collect race and gender data related to their governance structures and staffing, and to the governance structures and staffing of their domestic grantees. Read more

CCRA gives nod to Rao in straw poll for Republican AD-15 nomination

The Contra Costa Republican Assembly, the Conservative Voice of the Republican Party, Wednesday night held a straw poll for that party’s nomination for the Assembly District-15 race on June 3. Both Rao and San Ramon Councilmember, Abram Wilson, appealed to the members in attendance, on the basis of their conservative principals and experience. Livermore businessman, Robert Rao, won the straw poll of those in attendance. Read more